South Africa Under-20 goalkeeper Fletcher Lowe has signed a new deal with a Portuguese top-tier club following his standout performances at the 2025 U20 Africa Cup of Nations.
The 18-year-old shot-stopper played a huge role in Amajita’s historic tournament victory, helping SA secure their first-ever U20 AFCON title with a 1-0 win over Morocco in the final.
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Moreover, his exceptional performances between the sticks for coach Raymond Mdaka's side earned him the prestigious Goalkeeper of the Tournament award.
Lowe has now sealed a three-year contract with the Primeira Liga outfit Estoril Praia, which will see him at the club until June 2028.
The Portugal-based star joined Estoril U19 from Benfica U17 in July 2024 and he will be hoping to make his first team debut for the Lisbon-based club next season.
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His commitment to Estoril also ends speculation linking him with a potential move back to SA, where Kaizer Chiefs were reportedly showing interest in bringing the rising star home.
Lowe’s new contract could be seen as a significant step forward in his career, and fans will be eager to see how the young keeper continues to develop in one of Europe’s competitive top leagues.
